Students at Letchworth’s St Francis’ College are over the moon after 100 per cent of them achieved at least five GCSEs at grade C or higher, including maths and English.

The Comet: St Francis' College pupil Zoe Rubins, who got 13 A*s in her GCSEs.St Francis' College pupil Zoe Rubins, who got 13 A*s in her GCSEs. (Image: Archant)

Of all the grades, 85 per cent were at B or higher, with 61 per cent at A or higher and 27 per cent at A*.

Forty per cent of girls achieved eight or more A* or A grades – a delighted Zoe Rubins received 13 A*s.

There was also a 100 per cent A* or A grade rate in art and music.

Headmistress Bronwen Goulding said: “I am very proud of our girls’ achievements. It is good to see some personal triumphs as well as the usual sweep of outstanding performances.

The Comet: Pupils at St Francis' College celebrate with their GCSE results.Pupils at St Francis' College celebrate with their GCSE results. (Image: Archant)

“The teaching and pastoral staff at St Francis’ work very hard with the girls to ensure they fulfil their potential and these results are a credit to all involved. I am delighted for them.”